Does this slow cooker's low setting is too fast? Does it also have only 3 legs set the bottom, making it a little out of balance at times.
19239
The slow setting has performed as expected; the key is to make sure the pot is mostly full to avoid overcooking. I have used it overnight several times and the heat is consistent and has not burned anything or gotten too hot, on either setting. There are three "legs," which are actually molded as part of the metal bottom piece, and the pot is very stable. I had to actually push it to see if it would tip, and even then the bottom of the pot stopped it from going very far. Having used it quite a bit so far, it has never tipped or been off balance. The crock is heavy and the balance is good and safe. It's a handy little pot that gets used a lot. Hope that helps.
19240
Three feet are fine on flat surface. I usually start cooking for an hour on fast, switch to low and let it go for 4 or more hours. I use it mainly for soups or stews, and stir occasionally.
19241
The slow setting has performed as expected; the key is to make sure the pot is mostly full to avoid overcooking. I have used it overnight several times and the heat is consistent and has not burned anything or gotten too hot, on either setting. There are three "legs," which are actually molded as part of the metal bottom piece, and the pot is very stable. I had to actually push it to see if it would tip, and even then the bottom of the pot stopped it from going very far. Having used it quite a bit so far, it has never tipped or been off balance. The crock is heavy and the balance is good and safe. It's a handy little pot that gets used a lot. Hope that helps. The slow setting has performed as expected; the key is to make sure the pot is mostly full to avoid overcooking. I have used it overnight several times and the heat is consistent and has not burned anything or gotten too hot, on either setting. There are three "legs," which are actually molded as part of the metal bottom piece, and the pot is very stable. I had to actually push it to see if it would tip, and even then the bottom of the pot stopped it from going very far. Having used it quite a bit so far, it has never tipped or been off balance. The crock is heavy and the balance... » Read More The slow setting has performed as expected; the key is to make sure the pot is mostly full to avoid overcooking. I have used it overnight several times and the heat is consistent and has not burned anything or gotten too hot, on either setting. There are three "legs," which are actually molded as part of the metal bottom piece, and the pot is very stable. I had to actually push it to see if it would tip, and even then the bottom of the pot stopped it from going very far. Having used it quite a bit so far, it has never tipped or been off balance. The crock is heavy and the balance is good and safe. It's a handy little pot that gets used a lot. Hope that helps. « Show Less
19242
i used it a couple of times and there was nothing fast about it. as far as balance that was not a problem.
1775670
Yes..There are 4 small feet located inside the outer rim of the slow cooker. These feet are about 3/4" to 1" high. They are not visible unless you lift the cooker. Hope that helps.
987692
It has settings for high, low and warm. I usually cook meat on low with the timer and then it goes to warm. I have done soup in it as well reucing the time before it goes to warm.
1475398
Hi Pat, I placed water in the pot and used a meat thermometer and checked the temperatures of this unit. I only recorded the one at #3 and it was 180F. I have found this does seem to cook on the Low setting closely. I have been very happy with the unit. I hope this one temperature is a help for you.
584265
The more used it, the more I like it. As a slow cooker it only has one heat level...it doesn't have a high a low setting. It is very convenient to have the searing Function right there in the pot. It's also great to have the pressure cooker and the steamer in that same appliance.
965568
It has different settings. It also serves as a slow cooker with other features involving degrees. This is a very nice item. We use it for a lot of family functions.
52047
Well, this cooker does not have a timer and does shut off intermittently when desired/set temperature is reached. There also is no default as the temperature is set using the dialpad. (200 to 425 degrees). It is notable that this cooker is not as deep as a crock pot/ slow cooker and tends to cook at a hotter, drier heat. It does NOT work like a crock pot. Hope this helps.
78228
It has three settings: high, medium, and low. It doesn't specify a temperature but if you follow a recipe that tells which setting and the amount of time (which all slow cooker recipes do), it will come out perfect. I've been very impressed.
880856
It cooks a little bit uneven, so I turn the head or top of the cooker 90 degrees either way. If you're short of time then use the top rack but be sure to watch it so your food does not burn. Hope this help.
2147934
No. The slow cooker is either 6 or 8 hours. The other functions-saute and pressure cook are count down. That being said- I love this cooker!
2041335
Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the... » Read More Hi...I own two of these and love them. The Calphalon 5 qt tri-ply stainless steel dutch oven heats very fast. I've used it to cook curry chicken, brown stew chicken and even rice and I've never had food stick to the bottom. Here's the trick with stainless steel pots....if cooking meats, add about a tablespoon of oil to the pot before you add the meat, allow the oil to get very hot. Because the pot has a very thick bottom, it does take about 4-5 minutes to get very hot on medium heat. It is a wonderful pot....use the same utensils that you would have used in your nonstick to protect the interior from scratches. Give it a try! « Show Less
1823417
absolutley yes it slowcooks. It has a setting on the dial for slow cooking.
1421303
Yes, I have found it to be light and the whole cooker easy to move around. I lOVE itl, but don't use it enough as I live alone and it is 6 quarts. You're reminding me to make something over the weekend.
1317024
Yes - I have a problem with the legs hanging through the burner grate and with the rounded bottom, it leans sideways a little. What I did do one time, placed one of those heat reducers on the burner and sat the pot on it.
6940
This is really not a slow cooker or (crock pot) it actually cooks fast. It is like the big roasters you might use to roast a turkey, but the right size for a large chicken. Roasts turn out wonderful, but you wouldn't want to put one on in the morning before work like in a slow cooker though. Think of it like a small oven or roaster. My favorite thing to do is put a whole frozen chicken (4-5lbs) in the roaster with salt pepper and whatever favorite seasonings, set the temp at 350 and in 1hr and 15 min it is moist tender and delicious very close to the rotisserie chicken you get at the store. I use mine at least 3-4 times a week. This is really not a slow cooker or (crock pot) it actually cooks fast. It is like the big roasters you might use to roast a turkey, but the right size for a large chicken. Roasts turn out wonderful, but you wouldn't want to put one on in the morning before work like in a slow cooker though. Think of it like a small oven or roaster. My favorite thing to do is put a whole frozen chicken (4-5lbs) in the roaster with salt pepper and whatever favorite seasonings, set the temp at 350 and in 1hr and 15 min it is moist tender and delicious very close to the rotisserie chicken you get at the store.... » Read More This is really not a slow cooker or (crock pot) it actually cooks fast. It is like the big roasters you might use to roast a turkey, but the right size for a large chicken. Roasts turn out wonderful, but you wouldn't want to put one on in the morning before work like in a slow cooker though. Think of it like a small oven or roaster. My favorite thing to do is put a whole frozen chicken (4-5lbs) in the roaster with salt pepper and whatever favorite seasonings, set the temp at 350 and in 1hr and 15 min it is moist tender and delicious very close to the rotisserie chicken you get at the store. I use mine at least 3-4 times a week. « Show Less
1478426
I bought it because of the same review. Compared to my previous slow cooker...medium on the new one corresponded to my low and high is high. The low setting is very low. For instance I can put bean soup on the night before and it can go all night and most of the day on low and I still have to move it to medium for a few hours. Hope this helps
899083
Funny you should ask me at this moment as I have the pot on the stove as we we speak. I have three Fagor pressure cookers( am not connected to the company if you are feeling cynical). I use the 6ltr one the most. I cook for mostly for myself and my wife. My favourite feature is the lower psi setting which allows me to cook 'soft' vegetables for curries without them being pulverised. I will bring these vegs like cauliflower, zucchini & egg plant up to pressure for three minutes, max!! They are still firm. That is my favourite feature of this pressure cooker. I have no safety issues to report.